DreamTrips - Skiing, Sights & Hot Springs in Japan

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Travel to Hokkaido to revel in the snow-capped slopes and enchanting culture of Japan’s 2nd-largest island. Enjoy a lift pass, including skiing gear, for the ski hills of Sapporo Teine, a world-class resort on Mt. Teine. Ideal for skiers of all levels, this resort boasts approximately 15 runs — the longest at 3.4 miles (5.4 kilometers) — and a kid’s park for tubing and sledding. A high-speed quad chairlift reaches the summit in 4 minutes. At the top, take in the spectacular views. If you're new to skiing or need to brush up on your skills, enjoy a complimentary ski lesson.

The next day, venture to the charming port city of Otaru, known for its superb arts and crafts. Along the way, stop at Shiroi Koibito Park, a popular destination for those with a sweet tooth. The on-site factory produces the iconic white cookie with a layer of white chocolate. At the Otaru Music Box Museum, housed in a magnificent century-old building, marvel at the impressive array and craftsmanship of the countless melody-makers. Try your hand at making a traditional music box. Transfer to your next hotel, The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort, home to hot springs baths that are perfect for relaxing away the busy day.

On the way back to Sapporo, stop at Showa-Shinzan Kuma Bokujo, a bear park and conservation area. The brown bears on display are native to Hokkaido. Continue to the Mt. Uzu area and enjoy a gondola ride on the Usuzan Ropeway up the mountain for panoramic views. Explore customs of the Ainu — northern Japan's indigenous inhabitants — with a visit to the Ainu Museum. There, take in a traditional folk dance of the Ainu, indigenous peoples who are listed as one of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritages. Back in Sapporo, be sure to take advantage of all the city has to offer, with leisure time to explore at your own pace.

What we love:• Mt. Teine hosted alpine skiing, bobsleigh and luge competitions during the 1972 Winter Olympic Games in Sapporo.• At the south end of Otaru Canal lies Sakaemachi Street Historic District, where old banks and trading houses have been converted into quaint boutiques and shops.• Sapporo is one of the fastest growing cities in the world — in the 1860s it was populated by a few indigenous settlements and is now the bustling home of nearly 2 million people.

What's Included

Your DreamTrip includes 6 days and 5 nights in Sapporo, Japan, as well as:• Full-day visit to Sapporo Teine ski resort; includes 1 lift pass and 1 ski lesson per person, plus skiing gear rental, transportation and gratuities.• Full-day tour of Otaru and transfer to Lake Toya; includes transportation and gratuities.• Full-day tour of Lake Toya and transfer to Sapporo; includes transportation and gratuities.• English- or Chinese-speaking guide.• 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners.• An In-destination Support team member will be provided on this trip. Their goal is to ensure you have a great DreamTrips™ experience from landing to liftoff. They host a welcome reception on arrival day, attend scheduled activities throughout the trip, notify the group of itinerary updates and more.

Transportation

Airfare is not included in the trip price! The closest commercial airport to the hotel is New Chitose Airport (CTS), approximately 38 miles (61 kilometers) away. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any trip.

Airport Transfers

Round-trip airport transfers are included from:New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the hotel on March 12 at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.The hotel to New Chitose Airport (CTS) on March 17 at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 2 p.m.

Pricing for children for this hotel may differ from (and be greater than) pricing for adults. Click BOOK IT to check. If the pricing for children differs from the pricing for adults, refer to the Policies section for further details.As its name suggests, The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort overlooks beautiful Lake Toya as well as Nakajima Island with volcanic Mt. Yotei in the background. This hotel is home to a rooftop hot-spring bath that offers spectacular views as guests relax and soak away the day.

Pricing for children for this resort may differ from (and be greater than) pricing for adults. Click BOOK IT to check. If the pricing for children differs from the pricing for adults, refer to the Policies section for further details.

Hotel Check-in Requirements

By booking this DreamTrip I understand that the hotel and resort may request a credit card upon check-in. The hotel and resort may request the credit card in order to: a) place a monetary hold of US$50-200; or b) hold for incidental, security or other charges. By booking, I acknowledge having received notice of this potential charge and accept that Rovia™ recommends a credit card rather than a debit or bank card be used in the event the hotel and resort request the card. I understand that any such request made by the hotel and resort is outside of the control of WorldVentures™ and Rovia and is strictly a hotel or resort policy. Should I have questions concerning the hotel’s or resort’s policy, I accept responsibility for contacting the hotel or resort independent of Rovia or WorldVentures.